Hear about cleaner engines for Modesto railroad

Modesto and Empire Traction Co. received a grant that will retrofit two locomotives with low-polluting components and upgrade 22 locations where streets cross the tracks. The railroad must provide a match equal to 30% of the award. https://www.modbee.com/news/local/article279968834.html

Dillon Olvera – BNSF Shortline Caucus Member

Dillon Olvera, President & CEO of Modesto and Empire Traction Company, serves on the BNSF Shortline Caucus. BNSF’s Shortline Caucus was established to improve communication between BNSF and its connecting shortlines. The caucus includes 14 shortline members, along with the President of the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA). https://www.bnsf.com/ship-with-bnsf/ways-of-shipping/shortline-services/shortline-caucus.page

Tracy Alves – ASLRRA Pacific Region Board Member

Tracy Alves, Vice President of Rail Sales & Marketing at Modesto and Empire Traction Company, serves as a Pacific Region Board Member for the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association. https://www.aslrra.org/about-us/about-aslrra/governance/board-of-directors/